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The response of different companies to food labeling laws and the compliance costs of new labeling regulations were modeled. Thirty food manufacturers were interviewed and 1,500 food manufacturing firms were sent questionnaires. The different variables incorporated in the model were the frequency of label alteration, the equipment used, the collective worth of the labels, the inventory turnover, the type of food manufactured and the size and number of the companies concerned. The model proved more effective than all previous models used to estimate compliance costs of labeling regulations.

Employment keeps the lawyers busy

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UK labor law has changed in 1995, both through domestic developments and due to the impact of European law. A case involving unfair dismissal has led to a judgement from the Court of Appeal that UK qualifying periods are discriminatory against women so do not comply with European Union (EU) policy on equal treatment for women and men. More directives are being prepared for 1996, including one relating to wages paid to employees posted abroad and within the EU.

The increasing demand for agricultural products to be clearly identified with its regional geographic origins has led to many products being protected by European Legislation. Research into the effects of protected geographic indication (PGI) labels with reference to the purchase of meat in Spain is presented.